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Each week, Our Town, the new name given to the merger of K9 Tailshakers in Frankfort and National Animal Welfare Society in Mokena, introduces you to a new pet up for adoption. Call 708-478-5102 or go to www.nawsus.org for more information.
Name: LunaBreed: Domestic shorthair  Sex: Female Age: 1 year old Spayed or neutered? YesHis story: Luna is a very lovable cat when she's around people, but she's not very fond of other cats and kitties. She also enjoys playing with her toys.  Want to adopt this animal? Call the National Animal Welfare Society in Mokena at 708-478-5102 or go to the organization's website for more information. Pets still available for adoption Vader: The Perfect Cat for a Star Wars Fan to AdoptSearch your feelings, you know them to be true: This sleek feline would make an ideal pet.  Maggie: A Dog Who Enjoys …
Name: VaderBreed: Domestic shorthair  Sex: Male Age: 5 months old Spayed or neutered? YesHis story: Vader might have a scary name, but he probably won't use any Jedi mind tricks to get extra kitty snacks. In fact, the only thing he loves more than playing is snuggling.  Want to adopt this animal? Call the National Animal Welfare Society in Mokena at 708-478-5102 or go to the organization's website for more information. Pets still available for adoption Maggie: A Dog Who Enjoys Her Toys ... And People, TooThis 2-year-old golden retriever-boxer mix is new to the shelter, but she would love to …
Name: ChewyBreed: Labrador retriever-coonhound mix  Sex: Male Age: Young Spayed or neutered? YesHis story: This Chewy can't pilot a spaceship like the Millennium Falcon, but he also eats less than that other Chewy. In fact, he's a fun and friendly dog who love people and other pets. He would be a good addition to any family. Chewy is house trained and up to date with his shots. Want to adopt this animal? Call the National Animal Welfare Society in Mokena at 708-478-5102 or go to the organization's website for more information. Pets still available for adoption Maggie: A Dog Who Enjoys Her …
Name: MaggieBreed: Golden retriever-boxer mix  Sex: Female Age: 2 years old Spayed or neutered? YesHis story: Maggie is a friendly and lovable dog that enjoys playing with lots of toys. She's also very good with people and other pets. Maggie is up-to-date with her routine shots and is house trained. Want to adopt this animal? Call the National Animal Welfare Society in Mokena at 708-478-5102 or go to the organization's website for more information. Pets still available for adoption Molly: This Terrier Can Be Friends With Other PetShe was given up by her past owners because they lost their …
Name: MollyBreed: Terrier  Sex: Female Age: 10 years old Spayed or neutered? YesHis story: Molly and her siblings were given up by their family because they have lost their home for economic reasons. She's very sweet and loves to play and cuddle. Molly also is good around other pets. She is house trained and up-to-date with her routine shots. Want to adopt this animal? Call the National Animal Welfare Society in Mokena at 708-478-5102 or go to the organization's website for more information. Pets still available for adoption Wrigley: A Shy Dog in Need of Friendly ConfinesOnce she warms up, …
Name: WrigleyBreed: Shar Pei-beagle mix Sex: FemaleAge: 7 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHer story: Wrigley can be a little shy at first, but she's very sweet once she gets comfortable. And check out the video to see how well-behaved she is. Wrigley knows how to shake hands and sit when told. She is also current on her vaccines.
Name: HopeBreed: American Staffordshire Terrier mixSex: FemaleAge: YoungSpayed or neutered? YesHer story: Passing the Canine Good Citizen test is no easy feat for a dog, but Hope went through the training like a pro. She's a fun, loving and friendly dog, looking for a family. Hope is up to date on all her vetting.
Name: PippaBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: FemaleAge: 4 1/2 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHer story: Pippa is a brown tabby who very playful and full of affection. She is microchipped and tests negative for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus. Fully vaccinated and litter-boxed trained, Pippa can be adopted for a $75 fee.
Name: JeevesBreed: TuxedoSex: MaleAge: 11 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHer story: Jeeves is a cat with a dapper coat and a social demeanor. He's energetic, playful and friendly. Fully vaccinated and litter-boxed trained, Jeeves can be adopted for a $75 fee.
Name: RinaBreed: Domestic shorthairSex: FemaleAge: 11 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHer story: Rina is a sociable feline with a curious nature. Plus, isn't she just the cutest? (Full disclosure: Rina looks remakrably similar to the Frankfort Patch editor's cat, Frida). She's fully vaccinated and litter-boxed trained. The fee to adopt Rina is $75.  
Name: JeevesBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: MaleAge: About 10 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Jeeves is the perfect cat if you're looking for a feline who enjoys playtime. He's energetic and can be a bit of a rowdy guy. In a good way.
Name: BrodieBreed: Dutch shepherd Sex: MaleAge: YoungSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Brodie came to Our Town because his previous owners lost their home. He's a sweet young dog with distinctive markings. Brodie's also good with also sorts of people and pets. He's lived with young children, a cat and a border collie.
Name: KatieBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: FemaleAge: 1 year oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Katie is a bit of low-key cat. She came from the Momence area and needs a quiet home. Although she's shy, Katie is still a very sweet cat.
Name: KhloeBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: FemaleAge: About 3 years oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Khloe was found with her litter of kittens, who have all found homes of their own. Although she enjoys the company of people, she's not a fan of other cats, so if you want to adopt her, make sure she's an only-feline.
Name: RomeoBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: MaleAge: 4 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Romeo takes after his namesake by being a loveable feline who enjoys cudding. This orange-and-white tabby also is vaccinated.
Name: NanetteBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: FemaleAge: 4 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: It might be hard to imagine from her video, but Nanette is a little bit shy. Of course, once she gets out of her shell, she's an energetic sweetheart. Nanette is fully vaccinated and microchipped, as well.
Name: MonagueBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: MaleAge: 3 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Capulet is a loving cat, who has been described as sweetheart. But this orange-and-white feline has a mischievous side, too. And yes, this is the same Monague we mentioned last week we posted video of Capulet.
Name: CapuletBreed: Domestic shorthair Sex: FemaleAge: 3 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Capulet is a sweetheart of a cat, who enjoys her playtime. She loves attention and can't get enough petting. Interestingly, she shares space right now with a Monague (yes, the spelling is a bit off to make it a full-blown Romeo and Juliet reference).
Name: AngelBreed: Labrador Retreiver-Border Collie mixSex: FemaleAge: About 6 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: As you can tell from the video, Angel is a very playful and energetic girl. She has a sweet side, too, and gets along well with people. Her shots are up to date, and she's house trained. 
Name: BubbaBreed: Domestic shorthairSex: MaleAge: 5 months oldSpayed or neutered? YesHis story: Bubba was found by a grandmother when his eyes was barely open. The woman bottle fed him to health, and that's made him quite the affectionate snuggler. He is vaccinated and microchipped.

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